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The STEM Road Podcast by Elevate Southwest – Episode 7 | Season 2
Special Guests:
Tom Tyree, Superintendent, Southwest Technical Education District of Yuma (STEDY)
Adan Santos, STEDY Student Ambassador
Hosts:
Jerry Cabrera, President & CEO, Elevate Southwest
Melina Conroy, COO, Elevate Southwest
In this episode, we explore how career and technical education (CTE) is giving high school students a head start on their futures. We sit down with STEDY’s Superintendent and one of their student ambassadors to discuss how hands-on learning, industry certifications, and mentorship are helping local students prepare for careers in fields like healthcare, engineering, cybersecurity, and more—all before graduation.
This episode is all about starting early—building skills, exploring careers, and creating opportunities that last a lifetime.